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Rick.Coleman · 01-28-2006, 11:29 PM

I am using a 96 LT1 and auto trans from a 96 Trans-Am for my 52. Since I need a rear end I am considering having the one from the trans-am cut down to fit. This will give me a posi unit and disk brakes. In looking at the rear end; I think I could fab up some bracing and brackets and use the trans am coil spring set up; making a three link. I am concerned that the control arms are to short (20 inches); since everything I have read says longer is better. This truck will not be raced, just a driver.

Has anyone ever tried this and what are your thoughts.

01-28-2006, 11:29 PM	#1
Rick.Coleman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Kings Mountain, NC Posts: 15	Differential Question I am using a 96 LT1 and auto trans from a 96 Trans-Am for my 52. Since I need a rear end I am considering having the one from the trans-am cut down to fit. This will give me a posi unit and disk brakes. In looking at the rear end; I think I could fab up some bracing and brackets and use the trans am coil spring set up; making a three link. I am concerned that the control arms are to short (20 inches); since everything I have read says longer is better. This truck will not be raced, just a driver. Has anyone ever tried this and what are your thoughts.



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